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Tenasil is used to treat fungal skin infections: tinea pedis, mycosis of the skin folds, ringworm, yeast infections of the skin and tinea versicolor. The preparation is in the form of a cream and is dispensed without a prescription in pharmacies.
Tenasil (homeo farm)
form, dose, packaging | availability category | the active substance |
krem 0,01 g/g (7,5 g, 15 g) | OTC (over-the-counter) | terbinafina (terbinafine) |
ACTION
An antifungal drug, an allylamine derivative
Tenasil – indications and dosage
Tenasil is recommended for fungal infections of the skin:
- athlete’s foot,
- mycosis of skin folds,
- mycosis of smooth skin,
and:
- yeast dermatitis,
- pityriasis versicolor.
Dosage
It should be applied topically to the skin.
- Fungal skin infections: athlete’s foot, mycosis of skin folds, mycosis of smooth skin and yeast infections of the skin. 1 × / d for 1 week
- Pityriasis versicolor. 1 × / d for 2 weeks
Tenasil and contraindications
Contraindications to the use of Tenasil are:
- hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation,
- do not use in children up to 12 years of age,
- the preparation should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Tenasil – warnings
- If, after 2 weeks of starting treatment with Tenasil, your symptoms do not improve, see your doctor.
- Tenasil is for external use only, for use on the skin.
- Protect your eyes from contact with Tenasil.
- In the event of accidental eye contact, rinse with running water.
- In the event of an allergic reaction, the use of ointments should be discontinued.
- The preparation contains methyl hydroxybenzoate and propyl hydroxybenzoate. Therefore, it may cause allergic reactions.
- Hands should be washed after each use of Tenasil.
- Personal hygiene measures should be observed to avoid re-contamination.
- Tenasil should not be used in children under 12 years of age.
- Do not use the preparation during pregnancy and breastfeeding, unless the doctor considers it necessary.
Tenasil – interactions
There are no known interactions of Tenasil with other drugs.
Tenasil – side effects
Side effects include mild and transient skin symptoms at the site of application, such as:
- dry skin
- skin irritation,
- burning sensation,
- in very rare cases, allergic reactions such as rash, itching, dermatitis bullous and hives may occur.